North Dorset Cycle Way
Dorset, United Kingdom
Loop trail in Dorset, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 71.8 mi (115.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,633 ft (1,412 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 10 min
- High point
- 896 ft (273 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: John Rutter 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Shaftesbury Tourist Information Centre 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
- Historic site: Oldest House in Shaftesbury 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from start
- Shelter 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
- Historic site: 298 & 644 Squadrons, RAF Sea Squadron Glider Pilot 27.5 mi (44.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Crawford Farm Camping Field 30.9 mi (49.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Blandford Tourist Information Centre 34.3 mi (55.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Blandford Forum Visitor Information 34.3 mi (55.3 km) from start
- Picnic area: Old Village Hall Picnic Area 41.5 mi (66.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 46.3 mi (74.6 km) from start
- Picnic area: Ibberton Hill Picnic Site 47.2 mi (75.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Sturminster Castle 53.3 mi (85.8 km) from start
- Emergency phone 53.8 mi (86.5 km) from start
- Emergency phone 53.9 mi (86.8 km) from start
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Questions about North Dorset Cycle Way
How long is North Dorset Cycle Way?
North Dorset Cycle Way is 71.8 mi (115.5 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 10 min. It climbs 4,633 ft (1,412 m) in total, up to a high point of 896 ft (273 m).
How hard is North Dorset Cycle Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Dorset Cycle Way?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Dorset Cycle Way?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 4.3 mi (7 km), 34.3 mi (55.3 km).
Is North Dorset Cycle Way shaded?
Partly shaded (32% under trees).
What can you do on North Dorset Cycle Way?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near North Dorset Cycle Way?
The Coppleridge Inn, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Motcombe Community Shop, 1.8 mi (2.9 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for North Dorset Cycle Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap